ASIAN Everest-21 Review

The ASIAN Everest-21 is an all-around trekking, hiking, and walking shoe with excellent performance and a reasonable price.

📝Our Verdict

📊Our Analysis and Test Results

🦶Comfort

The ASIAN Everest-21 places a clear focus on comfort, making it an excellent choice for walking, light trekking, and everyday outdoor activities. 

Its standout comfort element is the memory foam insole, which molds gently to the shape of your foot, providing cushioning where you need it most and reducing pressure points on long walks. 

The padded collar and tongue further enhance the feel around your ankles, preventing irritation and adding plush support with every step.

While it won’t match the plushness of high-end hiking boots, for its price range, the comfort level is impressive — soft underfoot cushioning, secure fit, and supportive padding work together to keep fatigue at bay during moderate use. 

If you’re planning multi-day serious trekking or extremely rough terrain, specialised trekking footwear might offer superior long-haul comfort, but for everyday hikes and active lifestyles, the Everest-21 delivers noticeably comfortable performance.

🦵Support

The ASIAN Everest-21 delivers reliable support tailored for walking, trekking, and outdoor exploration. Its high-neck design provides enhanced ankle stability, which helps prevent unwanted rolling or twisting when navigating uneven terrain. 

This elevated collar works in tandem with a secure lace-up system, allowing you to customise the fit for added confidence and control with every step.

Internally, the shoe’s structure is crafted to balance flexibility with firmness. The memory foam insole not only adds comfort but also contributes to mid-foot support by contouring to your foot’s natural shape, promoting proper alignment and reducing strain during extended activity. 

Additionally, the sturdy rubber outsole anchors your foot with dependable traction, helping maintain balance on a variety of surfaces—from forest trails to rocky paths.

Overall, the Everest-21’s support features are thoughtfully integrated to offer a grounded, stable experience for outdoor enthusiasts seeking dependable performance without the premium price tag. For moderate hikes and daily outdoor use, it delivers consistent support that enhances both comfort and confidence on the move.

👣Traction

When I hit different surfaces wearing the ASIAN Everest-21, the traction really stands out for what it is. The outsole has a rugged tread pattern that grips uneven ground well—whether I’m on loose gravel, muddy patches, or rocky trails, I feel confident each step won’t slip unexpectedly. The rubber compound feels solid and dependable, providing enough bite without feeling too stiff.

On wet or slippery spots, it isn’t miracle-working like high-end hiking boots, but it definitely performs better than regular sneakers. 

I noticed it gives me good feedback underfoot, so I can adjust my footing quickly when needed. For casual hikes, daily walks on mixed terrain, or quick outdoor adventures, the traction on these shoes keeps me feeling secure and in control.

💧Water Resistance

From my perspective, the ASIAN Everest-21 offers basic water resistance, suitable for light moisture but not for heavy wet conditions.

The material can handle brief encounters with dew-covered grass, light splashes, or damp ground without immediately soaking through, which is helpful during early-morning walks or unpredictable weather.

However, these shoes aren’t fully waterproof—in prolonged rain, deep puddles, or stream crossings, water will eventually penetrate the upper.

So while they manage everyday wetness reasonably, they’re not ideal for wet-weather treks or activities where your feet will be submerged or exposed to heavy rain for extended periods.

In short, the Everest-21 keeps your feet reasonably dry in light and occasional moisture, but if you need serious water protection, a dedicated waterproof model would be a better choice.

⚖️Weight

From my experience, the ASIAN Everest-21 feels comfortably light, with a single shoe weighing around 433 grams (varies by size).

This balanced weight makes a noticeable difference during long walks or day-long outdoor use, as it doesn’t feel bulky or tiring on the feet. Each step feels easy and controlled, allowing me to walk longer without that heavy-boot fatigue.

Despite being relatively lightweight for a high-neck trekking shoe, it still maintains enough structure and stability to feel secure.

Overall, the single-foot weight strikes a good balance between lightness and support, making it well-suited for casual trekking, walking, and everyday outdoor activities.

💪Durability

In real-world use, the ASIAN Everest-21 shows solid durability for its price point and intended use. The materials used in the upper and sole are built to withstand regular outdoor wear—whether that’s walking on gravel paths, light trail hikes, or everyday use.

The stitching and overlays hold up well against scuffs and bends, giving confidence that the shoe won’t fall apart after just a few outings.

The rubber outsole is rugged enough to endure moderate abrasion from rocks and hard ground, and the high-neck structure doesn’t show signs of losing shape quickly.

Of course, it’s not built like premium mountaineering boots, so extremely rough terrain or constant heavy use over long distances may eventually show wear sooner than higher-end gear.

But for typical trekking, casual hikes, and regular outdoor activity, these shoes feel dependable and long-lasting, making them a trustworthy choice without a high-end price tag.

🛒Should You Buy the ASIAN Everest-21?

Yes — if you’re looking for an affordable, comfortable, and dependable outdoor shoe for casual trekking, walking, and everyday adventures, the ASIAN Everest-21 is worth considering. 

It delivers good support, decent traction, and a lightweight feel that makes it pleasant for extended use without weighing you down. The memory foam insole and high-neck design add comfort and ankle stability that many other budget options lack.

However, if you need serious waterproofing, premium long-distance trekking performance, or professional-grade mountaineering support, you might want to explore specialized or higher-end alternatives.

In short:
👉 Great buy for budget-friendly outdoor and walking shoes
👉 Good fit for casual hikers and everyday outdoor use
👉 Consider other options for intense trekking, wet conditions, or advanced technical trails.

📦 Detailed Specs

Feature	Details
Brand	ASIAN
Model	Everest-21
Type	Trekking / Hiking / Outdoor Shoes
Material (Upper)	Breathable mesh with synthetic overlays
Outsole Material	Durable rubber outsole
Insole	Memory foam insole
Lining	Soft, breathable textile lining
Closure Type	Lace-up
Ankle Support	High-neck design for added ankle stability
Weight	Approx. 400–450 g per shoe (varies by size)
Water Resistance	Water-resistant (not waterproof)
Traction	Grippy outsole suitable for mixed terrain
Durability	Good durability for regular trekking and outdoor use
Fit	True to size, adjustable fit
Available Colors	Black, Olive, Khaki, Black-Red (varies by seller)
Ideal For	Trekking, hiking, walking, casual outdoor activities
Price Range (INR)	Approx. ₹1,200 – ₹1,500 (varies by offers)